Town in El Paso County, part of the El Paso metro

Living in Vinton, TX

B

252nd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 66 of 100
1st of 16 in the El Paso area

Vinton gets an overall grade of B and ranks 252nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and cost of living, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

  • Good for remote workers
  • Affordable
  • Fast-growing
  • Education levels scores low (2 of 100)
  • Health scores low (18 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Vinton isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthVinton
Where Vinton is in Texas.
Population
2,446+33.3% since 2020
Median rent
$91835% lower than Texas
Median home value
$109,10062% lower than Texas
Household income
$65,991Median
Average commute
25 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Vinton

Vinton sits about 12 miles from downtown El Paso, in the El Paso metro. 2,446 people lived here in 2025, up 33.3% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is spread out.

The median age is 44.5, 38% of households have children, 86% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $65,991 a year (16% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Vinton

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $918, 35% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.7 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 33% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Vinton

  • Many adults uninsured. 31% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of heat waves, hail and winter storms as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 114 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Vinton suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 71% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 16% lower than the Texas median, with 5 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 42% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 31% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 45% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 94% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $918 is 35% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 82% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $918 is 35% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 74% for people on a budget.

Vinton report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Vinton with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade B+

    Median rent $918, homes cost 1.7x income.

    76 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C

    Median household income $65,991, 2.2% unemployed.

    46 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B-

    1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    60 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade C-

    0 grocery stores, 5 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    37 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade C

    Average commute 25 min, 3.3% work from home.

    40 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    8.1% have a bachelor’s degree.

    2 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    31% of adults uninsured.

    18 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade B+

    86% of homes owner-occupied.

    76 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade B

    94% of homes have broadband.

    70 of 100 vs US towns

Where Vinton stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 86%23 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Home value to income: 1.7x54% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Median rent: $91835% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 8.1%26 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 31%11 points higher than Texas (20%)
  • Median household income: $65,99116% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in Vinton

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Vinton is $918 a month, 35% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $37,000 a year. Right now 47% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $969 for a one-bedroom, $1,146 for a two-bedroom and $1,559 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $109,100, 62% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $597 before tax, or $706 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Vinton pays $1,300 a year, 69% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in VintonStudio$7981 bedroom$9692 bedrooms$1,1463 bedrooms$1,5594 bedrooms$1,915
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, El Paso, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent35% lower than Texas$918$1,403$1,413
Median home value62% lower than Texas$109,100$283,800$332,700
Home value to income54% lower than Texas1.7x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent5 points lower than Texas47%52%51%
Median property tax per year69% lower than Texas$1,300$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them23 points higher than Texas86%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas199119921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$706
Mortgage payment
$597
Property tax
$108
Median rent, for comparison
$918

Based on a $109,100 home in Vinton, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Schools in Vinton

Vinton has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Canutillo ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
60
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
82
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BBill Childress ElementaryElementary, Canutillo ISD82 of 100

Daily life in Vinton

Everyday places mapped inside Vinton, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Dr. Howard Applegate Park.

The average one-way commute is 25 minutes, 5% shorter than the Texas average. 3% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

Downtown El Paso is about 12 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Vinton work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $65,991, income per person is $21,568, unemployment is 2.2% and 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
5
Cafes
0
Bars
0
Parks
1
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
1
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income16% lower than Texas$65,991$78,476$80,734
Income per person47% lower than Texas$21,568$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.2%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line4 points higher than Texas18%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher26 points lower than Texas8.1%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher20 points lower than Texas66%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance11 points higher than Texas31%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet2 points higher than Texas94%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute5% lower than Texas25 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home11 points lower than Texas3.3%14%15%
Workers who work from home3.3%
Workers who take transit1.5%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Vinton

Under 1811%
18 to 3425%
35 to 6450%
65 and over14%

Median age 44.5 years. 38% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White15%
Hispanic or Latino79%
Black3.6%
Asian1.1%
Other or more than one race1.4%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Vinton

Vinton has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 114 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 9 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Vinton30°50°70°90°57J63F70M79A88M95J94J92A87S78O66N56DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from La Tuna 1 S, 2 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is low, hurricane risk is low, tornado risk is very low and hail risk is very high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

  • River floodingLow
  • HurricanesLow
  • TornadoesVery low
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesVery high
  • WildfiresHigh
  • Winter stormsVery high
  • Strong windModerate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Vinton

Nearby, Westway gets a C-, Anthony gets a C and Canutillo gets a C. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. C-WestwayTown, 3,484 people1 mi
  2. CAnthonyTown, 4,580 people2 mi
  3. CCanutilloTown, 5,962 people3 mi
  4. C+El PasoCity, 680,130 people12 mi
  5. D-Homestead Meadows NorthTown, 5,795 people26 mi
  6. D-Homestead Meadows SouthTown, 6,660 people27 mi

Vinton in the El Paso area

How it ranks among 16 places in the metro.

  1. 1BVinton2,585 people12 mito downtown
  2. 2C+El Paso680,130 people0 mito downtown
  3. 3C+Horizon City23,668 people18 mito downtown
  4. 4CCanutillo5,962 people11 mito downtown

See all of the best suburbs of el paso

Living in Vinton: common questions

Is Vinton, TX a good place to live?

Vinton gets an overall grade of B and ranks 252nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and cost of living, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

How much does it cost to live in Vinton?

Median rent in Vinton is $918 a month, 35% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $109,100, 62% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.7x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $706, including property tax.

Are the schools good in Vinton?

We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Vinton. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 60 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Vinton flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Vinton as low, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: heat waves, hail, wildfires and winter storms. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Vinton?

Summers in Vinton peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 114 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 9 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Vinton?

The average one-way commute is 25 min, 5% lower than the Texas average. About 3.3% of workers work from home. It is about 12 miles from downtown El Paso.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.